Shelly's Recipe

AFTER THE BARBECUE PULLED PORK PO BOYS

Category: Sandwiches

4 cups pulled country rib meat or other barbecue
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup coarsely chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup thinly sliced garlic
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce
1/2 cup water or beef stock
salt and cracked black pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped parsley
6 po boy loaves or hamburger buns

NOTE: You should pull meat from bones of barbecue prior to refrigerating, thus making the job easier. Coarsely chop meat into 1/4-inch chunks, and mixing varieties is acceptable.

In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, celery and garlic. Saute 3–5 minutes or until vegetables are wilted. Add pepper flakes and chopped meat, blending well into vegetables. Blend in barbecue sauce and water. Bring to a simmer, reduce to low and allow to cook 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. A little water may be added to retain moisture. Season with salt and pepper, add parsley and cook 5 additional minutes.

When meat is tender and stringy, remove from heat for sandwiches or to package for the freezer. When ready to serve, heat po boy bread or hamburger buns in a oven at 300 degrees until warm. Top with a generous serving of hot barbecue. Serve with lettuce and tomatoes or coleslaw. Serves 6